Hannah Aucoin, DO
Medical School: Liberty University College of Osteopathic MedicineUndergraduate: Duquesne University

When I met the staff and residents at Latrobe Family Medicine Residency I could tell it was a welcoming environment with an emphasis on growth. I felt that it was the nurturing environment that could help me become a great physician. They listened to my interests and career goals and told me that they would cater my training to my specific interests and help me build the skills necessary to be successful in whatever path I choose. Additionally, I love the emphasis this program places on "patient first." I entered into the field of medicine not to become smart and successful, but rather help my patients to the best of my ability. Keeping the patient as the primary focus of my training was important to me and something this program does very well.

Kyle Covert, MD
Medical School: Saint George University School of Medicine
Undergraduate: Penn State University

I chose Latrobe as my home and training for the next 3 years for many reasons such as the proximity to my family, its unopposed residency which allows many opportunities that other programs can not, and it is home of Arnold Palmer's greatest achievement - the beautiful mix of ice tea and lemonade! On a more serious note, the community here is strong. Once you are here for a few weeks you will already start recognize other community members at the grocery store, gym, and even on the golf course. A mix of respect and kindness while providing top quality education is something I am very thankful to be a part of."

Growing up in NYC, I have always wanted to move to a small town where I can enjoy the fresh air and be involved with my community. Latrobe was exactly what I imagined a small town would be and I have loved every minute of it. I rotated here in the beginning of my third year and enjoyed the camaraderie while still getting a great education. The residents and attendings took me under their wings, taught me medicine, and showed me how to become an outstanding physician. Due to my positive experience in Excela as a third year student, I wanted to become a Family Medicine Physician. Returning here as a fourth year, I was again impressed by the welcoming atmosphere and the wonderful relationship that the residents have. I knew that Excela was where I wanted to be. Furthermore, this residency encompasses what it means to be a Family Physician. Each attending and residents I have worked with are very knowledgeable yet still very humble. They treat their patients with compassion and provide exceptional care. I am excited to be a part of the Excela Family Medicine Residency family and am looking forward to becoming the best Family Medicine Physician I can be.

The Latrobe Family Medicine Residency Program is a perfect fit for me because it is comprised of highly skilled and knowledgeable clinicians who are dedicated to teaching and patient-centered care for a diverse patient population. The program is challenging and rewarding at the same time. I had the opportunity to rotate with this great group of clinicians before interviewing for the residency. This allowed me to experience first-hand the faculty’s deep commitment to continuous quality improvement, ethical practice, and patient safety. The clinicians I have had the opportunity to work with consistently practice both the science and art of medicine. In addition, while the program’s culture supports patient advocacy and improvement of clinical knowledge, residents are also encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance. The physicians are friendly and approachable, encouraging the pursuit of hobbies and interests in order to maintain one’s own health and happiness. In addition, my husband and I are from the area, growing up in the neighboring town of Derry. The Excela Health Latrobe Hospital has always been a cornerstone of this area and we are thrilled as a family to stay in the town we love. Joining this residency has made it possible for us to live and raise our daughter close to our own extended families, where we enjoy the many outdoor activities the area has to offer. It is an honor and privilege to be able to service patients through the Latrobe Family Medicine Residency Program, and to be working with a team dedicated to providing the best possible patient care.

When I came to interview at Latrobe I automatically knew this was the place for me. Everyone was so nice and helpful, it felt not only like home but also a great place to gain a lot of valuable clinical experience. The fact that there is Residency Housing takes a huge burden and stress away from the end of your 4th year of medical school. The interview process here was seamless, and the people are a huge joy to be around, there is no place I would rather be.

I knew from the minute I showed up at Latrobe Hospital, that this was where I wanted to do my Family Medicine training. I spent a few months here as a medical student and was able to see first-hand how great of a program it truly is. The compassionate, welcoming, family-oriented nature of the program make it unique, and the training that this unopposed program offers develops its graduates well through a challenging, rigorous, and diverse curriculum. Seeing that the graduates were well prepared to practice both inpatient and outpatient medicine, and also be very competitive for fellowship application, was even more of a reason to join the Latrobe family. The culture of the program starts from the top with the program director, Dr. Semelka – he truly cares about the residents. He does everything that he can to ensure they are maximizing their knowledge and their well-being as they progress through the residency experience. All of the other faculty and staff echo this sentiment and are all truly invested in the residency program. It is obvious why this program is a winner of the prestigious Baldwin Award. My fiancé and I are thrilled to be back in Western PA and to call Latrobe home for the foreseeable future.”

When I came to interview at Latrobe, I liked it right away. The area seemed great (small, but not too small and relatively rural), the program seemed to be well-run with many opportunities to pursue your passions, and most importantly, the residents seemed happy. Finding a program that valued work-life balance was crucial for me and Latrobe really delivered. Everyone here is incredibly friendly and helpful and that is certainly the type of work environment I’d like to be a part of. I also really liked that the program offers housing right next to the hospital. Not having a long commute each day really does make a big difference and not having to stress about finding my own housing made the transition here much more seamless. I’m thrilled to be here and can’t wait to see what the future has in store.

I could tell that Latrobe was a great fit for me as soon as I began researching the program online. Coming from a rural area in Western NY, I knew that I would enjoy living in rural Western Pennsylvania. My wife and I were both couples matching into Family Medicine and knew that it was important to find a program that would be flexible and accommodating to our work-life balance needs. Latrobe certainly showed us how receptive they are to the concerns of their residents. In addition, the academic opportunities offered were optimal for what I was looking for. With an interest in Sports Medicine, it was important that I have the flexibility and availability in the curriculum to pursue my goals. Latrobe showed me that they could provide everything that both my wife and I needed in a residency program, and that we would enjoy our lives while doing so. Perks like the residency housing, proximity to the hospital, and great benefits, were a really nice surprise that made coming here our obvious first choice.

It all begins at the Excela Health Family Additions Maternity Center inside Excela Westmoreland Hospital where experienced nurses and on-site pediatricians work side by side with doctors to deliver right here in Westmoreland County.Take the baby tour today!

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Welcome to MedCare Equipment Company, a premier provider of home medical equipment (HME), supplies and respiratory care products. As an innovative leader in HME, we can help those with a temporary need or chronic issues meet the demands of daily living in a variety of settings.

Excela Health’s Family Additions Maternity Center at our Westmoreland Hospital campus delivers award-winning quality care in family-friendly surroundings. To do that takes more than just a high level of attentive care. It also requires well-trained people, from physician specialists and physician’s assistants to nurse practitioners, obstetrical nurses and other health care professionals.

While no one wants to have surgery, it’s good to know that top surgeons with specialized training and the best technology are right in your own backyard. Excela offers a range of surgical specialties and various options.

If you are one of the millions of Americans who suffer from pain, you know that it can take a toll on your life - both physically and emotionally. But, you do not have to accept chronic pain as a normal part of life in all cases.

If you are one of the millions of Americans who suffer from pain, you know that it can take a toll on your life - both physically and emotionally. But, you do not have to accept chronic pain as a normal part of life in all cases.

Getting you healthy and getting you home, equipped with the skills you need to deal with your daily life safely and efficiently: that’s what we aim for at EPIC Rehab, the Excela Physical Improvement Center.

If you and your doctor feel you need rehabilitation, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy after an operation or an injury, the quality of care you receive is vitally important. Excela Health Outpatient Rehabilitation delivers just that, of course. But convenience and accessibility make a big difference, too.

Of all the relationships we develop in life, one of the most important is that between the patient and the physician. Our primary care providers follow the “Patient-Centered Medical Home” model. This means that they value care coordination and communication the way you, as the patient, would. Your well-being is at the center of all they do. They will direct your care toward specialists or other services, if needed, and help you manage your overall health and wellness.

At our QuikDraw and QuikDraw PLUS sites, we make diagnostic testing simple. Just bring your doctor's order to any of our locations listed below for prompt and reliable test results. No appointment necessary for blood work, x-ray or EKG, however, all other tests require scheduling

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If you and your doctor feel you need rehabilitation, such as physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy after an operation or an injury, the quality of care you receive is vitally important. Excela Health Outpatient Rehabilitation delivers just that, of course. But convenience and accessibility make a big difference, too.

While no one wants to have surgery, it’s good to know that top surgeons with specialized training and the best technology are right in your own backyard. Excela offers a range of surgical specialties and various options.

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Speech therapy covers a broad range of patient needs: not only improving speech, but also swallowing. A speech therapist can help with reading and writing skills, and with attention to needs such as attention span, memory and judgment.

At Excela Health, we perform more than 275,000 outpatient x-ray procedures a year through a combination of state-of-the-art technologies and attention to patient care and comfort from our highly skilled, professional staff. We pride ourselves on efficiency, so that patient diagnoses can occur more quickly while attending to the medical needs and dignity of our patients, all serving as a foundation for patient-centered imaging services.

At Excela Health, we perform more than 275,000 outpatient x-ray procedures a year through a combination of state-of-the-art technologies and attention to patient care and comfort from our highly skilled, professional staff. We pride ourselves on efficiency, so that patient diagnoses can occur more quickly while attending to the medical needs and dignity of our patients, all serving as a foundation for patient-centered imaging services.

When you volunteer at Excela Health, you become part of a unique group of individuals motivated by various reasons but together, working toward one goal ― improving the health and well-being of every life touched. And the opportunities to volunteer are as varied as the people seeking to help.

Excela Health’s medical professionals understand the many complex reasons that can cause a weight problem. And we put together the latest surgical techniques with a focus on individual support, before and after surgery, to make your steps to a healthier life clearer, simpler and easier.

Excela Health offers a wide variety of health-related screenings, educational classes, support groups, a Speaker's Bureau and health fairs to make health care more accessible to the communities it serves. Through these venues, and others, you have the opportunity to pursue a course of wellness, find needed support, learn about Excela Health capabilities and how we can help, or discover unknown health conditions early on, so treatment can begin quickly while offering the best possible chance for

At Excela Health, we perform more than 275,000 outpatient x-ray procedures a year through a combination of state-of-the-art technologies and attention to patient care and comfort from our highly skilled, professional staff. We pride ourselves on efficiency, so that patient diagnoses can occur more quickly while attending to the medical needs and dignity of our patients, all serving as a foundation for patient-centered imaging services.

Our Wellness Checks are an affordable community multiphasic blood analysis available to all community members. Excela Health partners with the Rotary, Kiwanis, and volunteer fire departments to present these screenings as a benefit to our community and those we serve.

As part of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010, non-profit hospitals, such as ours, are required to complete a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) survey periodically. You can learn more about the results of the 2013 study and participate in the 2016 study by clicking the link above.